More about Hermès Bel Ami Vétiver
Bel Ami Vétiver by Hermès is a 2013 eau de toilette for men by perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena, a vetiver-led edition of the house's leather classic Bel Ami. Vetiver and Russian leather lead the composition, joined by elemi resin, styrax and amber. Carnation, cardamom, iris and basil add spice and a powdery, aromatic edge, while civet, vanilla and patchouli give it depth and warmth. Woody, leathery and refined, Hermès Bel Ami Vétiver is at its best in autumn and spring, and works by day as well as in the evening.
Featured Notes
Bel Ami Vétiver a heart of Vetiver, Russian Leather, Elemi resin, Styrax.
- Heart Notes
- Vetiver, Russian Leather, Elemi resin, Styrax
Longevity & Projection
Bel Ami Vétiver is best suited to fall and daytime.
What does Bel Ami Vétiver smell like?
Bel Ami Vétiver opens with fresh accords, develops into a heart of Vetiver, Russian Leather, Elemi resin, Styrax, Amber, Carnation, Cardamom, Iris, Civet, Vanilla, Basil, Patchouli, and settles into a base of warm base notes. The top notes lead the first impression, the heart defines its character after a few minutes, and the base is what lingers longest on skin and clothing.
How long does Bel Ami Vétiver last?
Bel Ami Vétiver offers balanced performance suitable for all-day wear. Longevity and projection vary with skin chemistry, season and application — see the community reviews above, or try a decant first to gauge how it performs on your own skin.
What's similar to Bel Ami Vétiver?
Fragrances with a similar character include XJ 1861 Zefiro, Shalimar Eau de Parfum, Boss Bottled Elixir. They share comparable notes and a similar wear experience, so they are a good place to start if you enjoy Bel Ami Vétiver — and you can sample each as a 2 ml or 5 ml decant side by side before choosing a favourite.



